Chapter 202: Top Name

The next day at noon, the list was finally posted. Some idle people in Bianjing had already set their sights on this business and recorded the people who were on the list, so they went to major inns to report the good news, not to mention that it was a festive thing to be on the list, so naturally people would have to take out some money to reward them.

Among them, the Duke Qiguo Mansion is the most lively. As soon as he comes, Mr. Chen ranks first, and this good news is worthy of being the second. Duke Qiguo is naturally generous and he must be very generous in his actions. This trip will inevitably lead to happy money.

Therefore, in just a moment, dozens or hundreds of good-winners were clamoring outside, saying, "Congratulations to Mr. Chen, for the first place in the Sutra." The other said, "Mr. Chen, is the star Wenqu, descending to earth and the best in the world."

In fact, the art exam ranked first. It would be a bit far-fetched to say that it was the first, but after all, it was the top. They couldn't find any mistakes when they said this. Instead, it caused several scholars passing by to cover their noses and walk away, which was quite disdainful.

The first article in the Imperial Examination and Classics is naturally convinced by everyone, but the moisture content is greatly reduced when the examination of the Imperial Examination and Classics.

Liu Wen ran to the Buddhist temple excitedly and said in surprise and joy: "Young Master, Youth Master..."

Liu Wen ignored the rules and rushed in without waiting for the notification. The wife was slightly dissatisfied. Although the wife was kind-hearted, the rules in the mansion were extremely strict, especially in the inner palace, which was where the women lived, which was inconvenient. As the main affairs, she was so reckless that she naturally caused her dissatisfaction.

Liu Wen said angrily: "Young Master... the good news is here..."

This sentence of good news made the wife and Zhou Ruo in the Buddhist temple happy, and the wife asked, "Are you on the list?"

Xiang'er, who was serving the side, was also clever and carefully brought tea to Liu Wen. Liu Wen drank a sip of tea and said with great spirit: "It's not just about being on the list. This time, the Master of Calligraphy ranked first in the Sutra Examination."

The Buddhist temple was filled with joy, especially the wife, who couldn't hide her joy on her face and said happily: "Okay, okay, that's all, Chen Ao has a promising future! Hurry up, go and reward silver and send good news to the good people, don't be stingy, everyone will always have money."

Liu Wen went happily. Yesterday he thought that the young master was not doing well in the exam and was quite disappointed. It should be noted that in this mansion, although Chen Ao was the master, he treated him well. He treated him as friends. Chen Ao had a promising future, and Liu Wen's status in the mansion could be stable.

The lady was naturally overjoyed. On the one hand, Chen Ao was considered her family, and she was proud of her. The second is that she always valued Chen Ao. Chen Ao made her debut, which was what she was looking forward to day and night. Then she said: "Xiang'er, go to the kitchen and say, "Cook a few more dishes tonight, take a few bottles of good wine from the wine cellar, first celebrate, and hold a big banquet when Chen Ao passed the exam."

Xiang'er's face was flushed. When she looked at the young master, she was quite happy. She had a very good relationship with Chun'er. Chun'er was said to have gone to Suiya Mountain House and would marry Shen Ao sooner or later. She was naturally happy. On the other hand, the young master was also kind and kind. Although she usually talked about her, she was very kind. Xiang'er thought about this and responded happily, and quickly went to the kitchen.

After a while, Mrs. Shi and the wives of several marquis came to visit. They had just heard about this and all said that it was a blessing for the wife. After this, it was very lively.

At night, Chen Ao was called by Zhou Zheng. There were a few more people in the study today, including Wei County Duke Shi Ying, Censor General Zeng Wen, and Dali Temple Minister Jiang Min. Everyone sat down one after another, as if they were talking about something important. When Chen Ao came in, they all changed their smiles. Chen Ao bowed separately and asked Zeng Wen about Zeng Sui'an's old friend.

Zeng Wen smiled and said, "A few days ago, he sent a letter from home, saying that everything was fine during his tenure. He asked about you specifically, saying that he left many notes when he was studying. Now he has no chance to read this book of sages, so he wants me to pass it to you."

Chen Ao was quite embarrassed. He and Zeng Sui'an were not acquainted. In fact, the relationship between them was not bad. They agreed, but they were not too close. Zeng Sui'an was more like a gentleman. Although he was happy, he was a little uncomfortable. Zeng Sui'an mentioned himself in his letter at home, which showed that he regarded Chen Ao as his best friend. Chen Ao felt warm in his heart and hurriedly said: "Thank you, I will write a letter to him in a few days, and I will tell him the great principles of being an official."

Quartz smiled and said, "You guy, you have not become an official yet, so you have taught people how to become an official."

Chen Ao bowed and sat down and said, "The student has never killed a pig, but he still knows what pork tastes."

When this sentence came out, everyone laughed. Zhou Zheng stroked his beard and said coldly: "Don't be rude in front of Shijun Duke."

Chen Ao quickly said seriously: "Yes."

Quartz smiled and waved his hand: "It's okay, Chen Ao is such a kind of mind. If he teaches him to sit upright and keep quiet, then he will not be Chen Ao."

Jiang Min, who was next to him, agreed, "This is true, I suffered a great loss, so I warned me that if I meet him in the future, I must be careful."

Chen Ao laughed. This Lord Jiang was still heartbroken for losing 700 guan of money.

Zhou Zheng said seriously: "This time Chen Ao did a good job in the exam, but don't be arrogant. The art exam is a test of art. Only by passing piano, chess, calligraphy and painting can you be considered high school. This time I teach you..." Zhou Zheng pondered for a moment, but didn't know how to say it, so he said to Quartz: "Mr. Shijun, please tell me."

The Duke of Shijun laughed and said, "You will shirk responsibility, okay, I'll say." His expression also became solemn: "Chen Aoke has applied for the Yucai?"

Chen Aohe nodded and said, "That's right."

Quartz said: "This time, the eldest prince applied for the jade exam."

The eldest prince? It would be fine if Shi Ying didn't say it, but Chen Ao immediately showed anger. Grandma, that guy has not brought the lottery tickets of the treasure appraisal conference yet. The guy asked people to go indirectly, but he pretended to be okay. Hey, why is this person's character so stingy?

Seeing Quartz's expression solemn, Chen Ao asked tentatively: "Did the county magistrate teach me to deliberately let the water out during the exam and let the eldest prince win the championship?"

Quartz smiled lightly, a trace of elusive meaning flashed through his eyes, and said inexplicably: "On the contrary, this time, you must win the jade test, and you must not let the eldest prince rank first."

Chen Ao pursed his lips, nodded his head, and stopped talking; but he was thinking in his heart, what's going on? Could it be that the small group of Duke Shijun and the eldest prince are not very inconsistent?

Yes, otherwise I would never have given myself so serious. This is interesting. The princes of the emperors are keen on exams nowadays. A third son secretly took the imperial examination and passed the top scorer. Now, the eldest prince is not willing to fall behind. He wants to take the jade exam, but he is afraid he is also going to be the top scorer!

Yes, the third prince is deeply loved by Zhao Ji. As the eldest prince, he has always been in a mess in front of Zhao Ji. This eldest prince wants to imitate the third prince and also get the top scorer to win Zhao Ji's like. Think about it, if the eldest prince passes the exam, takes the palace exam, and wins the title of civil and military officials in the court, it will be a glorious thing. Even Zhao Ji will have a better impression of him.

This hidden prince has a very good plan. Those who took the jade exam in the palace examination learned his identity. Who dared to compete with him for the same? As long as his level is not bad, the top scorer in the jade exam will be stable.

But why did Duke Shi County ask him to go to the stage with the eldest prince? Could it be... Could it be Duke Shi County, his uncle, Lord Zeng, and Lord Jiang are both the third sons of the emperor?

Chen Ao immediately understood! The water inside is so deep! Obstructing the eldest prince to win the championship means making enemies with the eldest prince. It is still unknown what measures the eldest prince will take at that time.

However... Chen Ao smiled bitterly and shook his head. In fact, from the beginning, he had been tied to a chariot, or he jumped onto the chariot happily. The road was chosen by himself. Now even if he pleased the eldest prince, in the eyes of the world, with Zhou Zheng's relative relationship, he was also a thorn in the eyes of the eldest prince.

Chen Ao nodded solemnly and said, "Chen Ao understands. Please rest assured that as long as Chen Ao can enter the palace examination, he will do his best to prevent the eldest prince from winning the championship."

Zhou Zheng sighed and said, "Chen Ao, my intention was originally not to let you enter this right and wrong, but you should understand that the Duke Mansion and you are prosperous, but now they really cannot find a better candidate. In the world, you are the only one who can compete with the eldest prince to argue with the jade art."

Chen Ao said in surprise: "What? That big prince is very powerful?"

Jiang Min interrupted, "It's not just amazing, it's like a ghost. The eldest prince has loved the art of defending jade since he was a child. There are countless treasures in the palace, and there are also famous teachers to guide him. Chen Ao, think about it, will such a person be so simple?"

Chen Ao nodded. In fact, it is difficult to describe treasure appraisal techniques, and it is easy to describe them. The financial and material resources required to learn this art are extraordinary. A poor family has never even touched antiques. What else can you learn? Only those who are wealthy have the opportunity to learn; the antiques this eldest prince encountered are more than 100,000. As long as he really has the interest in this subject and study them seriously, he will surely achieve success. If there is guidance from a famous teacher, it will be twice the result with half the effort.

But what this eldest prince lacks the most is a famous teacher. As long as he is interested, who can't hire him?

Quartz said: "Chen Ao, don't be careless. It is said that this eldest prince not only has great eyesight, but also has better nose than ordinary people and is very sensitive. It is rumored that the antiques encountered by the eldest prince can be divided into the antiques by just smelling the smell. If you want to beat him in the debate, you must do your best."

Smelling the smell? Chen Ao suddenly had a serious expression. In the antique world, there is indeed such a legend that some people have extremely sensitive noses, but the smell of antiques in different periods is different. Some talented treasure appraisers can determine the authenticity of antiques by smelling them. Unfortunately, Chen Ao only heard of them, but never saw anyone with such skills. Unexpectedly, this eldest prince is really hidden. With this nose, he has increased his advantage over himself.
Chapter completed!